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The risks of a DIY divorce

The divorce process has recently been made a lot simpler, but it is important to understand the potential risks of ...

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What the Renters’ Rights Act means for landlords

With the Renters’ Rights Act now in effect, landlords, letting agents and property professionals are facing a new regulatory landscape ...

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Changes to Non-Molestation Orders for 2026

Revised guidance was issued by the president of the Family Division on Non-Molestation Orders, which came into effect on 12th ...

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A divorce made easier: expert legal support when you need it most

Divorce is rarely easy. For many people, it represents one of the most difficult periods of their lives. Relationships are ...

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What you need to know about landlords and tenants’ rights in 2026

The legal landscape for landlords and tenants is changing rapidly, and we want to keep you in the loop. With ...

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The rules about Power of Attorney Gifts to family

September 21, 2018   |   Written by:

We receive a lot of enquiries from relatives who have been appointed to act as an Attorney under a Lasting Power of Attorney for a loved one, including questions onĀ Power of Attorney Gifts. The position of Attorney is one of ...

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You’re invited to our 4th annual MacMillan Coffee Morning

September 13, 2018   |   Written by: Sally Wileman

It’s that time of year again… Bake Off is back on our screens and the mornings are starting to get darker, so what better way to kick-off your Friday and start on the right foot than enjoying a warm coffee ...

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Debt Recovery Advice: How long can a debt collector legally pursue old debt?

September 4, 2018   |   Written by: Liam O’Shea

We often get asked, how long can a debt collector legally pursue old debt? It is a commonly held belief that, should you have an old, unsatisfied, money Judgment against your debtor, you have lost the right to enforce payment. ...

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Debt Recovery Advice: How to find information on your debtor

August 28, 2018   |   Written by: Liam O’Shea

If an individual or Company owe you money, then what are the chances of you actually recovering that money? Even before considering whether the Court would judge in your favour, it is better to first ask: Am I realistically able ...

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What is an Indemnity Policy & why do I need it? | House Indemnity Insurance

August 24, 2018   |   Written by: Saima Razaq

We often get asked the question: What is an Indemnity Policy? If you have bought or sold a house in recent years, you might have been informed by your Solicitor that you need a special type of insurance policy taking ...

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Five tips for avoiding the pitfalls of buying a property with your child

August 21, 2018   |   Written by:

As lawyers, we are seeing an increasing number of cases where family members are pooling funds for shared ownership houses to live in together, or where an older member of the family pays for an extension or “granny annexe” to ...

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Video: Litigation, your commonly asked legal questions answered

August 1, 2018   |   Written by: Liam O’Shea

Our legal advice video series now has a new entry taking on the field of Litigation. This subject can be fraught with uncertainty for our clients, so we sat down with our leading Litigation expert to provide a reassuring and ...

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Landlords – Provide incoming tenants with a Gas Safety Certificate!

July 17, 2018   |   Written by:

A significant ruling in an appeal case may change the way that landlords handle providing tenants with Gas Safety Certificates – and landlords should be prepared in case of future disputes, by ensuring they provide a Gas Safety Certificate before ...

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Litigation Advice: Are there alternatives to a full Trial?

July 17, 2018   |   Written by: Liam O’Shea

Our previous Litigation Advice blog posts have addressed the different stages of making a Court claim – Pre-action protocols, issuing a claim, and the potential Tracks of courtroom proceedings. For this entry, we’re looking at an alternative approach to the ...

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Litigation Advice: What happens after a Defence has been filed?

July 10, 2018   |   Written by: Liam O’Shea

For the third part of our Litigation Advice blog series, we are discussing what happens once the preparatory stages of a Court Claim are complete. To find out more about the preliminary stages, start with our first entry. The 3 ...

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